 Haskins Wins School, Select Board SeatsVoters put Daniel Haskins back on the Select Board and also on the School Committee on Tuesday. Adams Fire District Election OKs Appointed PostsAfter several years of trying, the voting members of the Fire District have approved making the clerk and treasurer appointed positions. Williamstown Picks Curran, Sussman as Library TrusteesJanet Curran and Michael Sussman, separated by three votes, came in first and second, at 219 and 216. They will join the seven-member committee overseeing the Milne Library.  Dalton Elects Incumbents, Write-in for Planning BoardThe unofficial results for the town's annual election indicate that Planning Board registered candidate William Striebel III and write-in candidate Richard Hall have secured the two seats. Annual Adams Fire District Election to Decide Treasurer PositionVoters will head to the polls Tuesday to choose the district's leadership and decide whether the clerk/treasurer position should shift from an elected role to an appointed one.  Williamstown Voters Have Choices for Library Trustees SpotsFour candidates are on the ballot for two three-year seats on the Milne Public Library Board of Trustees. Dalton Town Elections Monday, Planning Seat VacantUnlike recent elections, all open seats are uncontested this year, with one vacancy still remaining on the Planning Board, which will require write-in votes to fill the seat.  Hoyt, Rice Face Off for Adams Board of SelectmenThe two candidates for a three-year term on the Board of Selectmen answered questions last week ranging from government transparency to use of Chapter 90 funds.  Letter: Christine Hoyt Best Choice for Adams Select Board on May 4Christine has proven she has the vision and the work ethic to lead Adams for another three years. I hope you will join me in voting for her on Monday, May 4, and keep the momentum going.  Letter: Support for Christine HoytChristine has been a steady leader focused on maintaining essential services, strengthening fiscal stability, supporting local businesses, and advancing important projects like the Adams Theater and Greylock Glen. Dalton Planning Board Needs Write-Ins, 2 Run for Select BoardThe town election is less than a month away and, unlike recent ones, all open seats are uncontested, with even a vacancy remaining on the Planning Board.  Letter: Re-Elect Christine Hoyt in AdamsPlease join me in voting for Christine Hoyt on May 4 so that she can continue working on behalf of our town. Library Board Only Race in Williamstown ElectionVoters in May will have one contested election on the ballot.  John Barrett III Announces Run to Retain House SeatIncumbent John Barrett III has announced his bid for re-election to the 1st Berkshire District in the Massachusetts House of Representatives.  Local Attorney Launches Bid for Berkshire County Register of ProbateLongtime local attorney Ken Ferris has announced his candidacy for Berkshire County register of probate.  Andrew Fitch Launches Bid for State Representative in North BerkshireThe two-term city councilor stressed his energy, commitment and campaign priorities of economic development, housing and regional relationships for the 13 communities in the 1st Berkshire.  Democratic Senate Candidate Rikleen Visits LenoxDemocratic candidate for U.S. Senate Alex Rikleen says the country is in an "existential" crisis under the leadership of President Donald Trump.  Letter: Response 10/23 Letter: Vote Rikleen for SenateI'm not running on age at all — you won't find a single mention of it on my website or in my stump speech. I'm running because our democracy is in crisis, and too many of our Democratic leaders are failing to meet the moment. |
